Shadow of the Tomb Raider Preview: Redefining Gameplay

Posted on April 27, 2018 by Rae Michelle Richards

This preview focusing on Shadow of the Tomb Raider’s gameplay systems and their evolution between games is part one of a two part hands-on preview. A second part focusing on the plat revealed thus far, trailer and hands-on demo gameplay will be posted later on today. Square Enix covered accommodations and travel for me to attend the Shadow of the Tomb Raider reveal event. For the past half decade the Tomb Raider franchise has enjoyed a huge surge in popularity and fan interest since Crystal Dynamics / Edios Montreal successfully revitalized the series with their 2013’s origin story. With two

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April 26th Nintendo Download

Posted on April 26, 2018 by Jason Nason

Light Fall – Explore the Forgotten World of Numbra to uncover your mysterious past and save the land and its inhabitants from an imminent threat. In this land of eternal night, you will rely on your Shadow Core to brave the many challenges and foes standing in your way. Do you have what it takes to survive in perilous Numbra? Jotun: Valhalla Edition – Jotun: Valhalla Edition is a hand-drawn, action-exploration game set in Norse mythology. You play as Thora, a Viking warrior who died an inglorious death and must prove herself to the Gods to enter Valhalla. Explore vast regions of Norse Purgatory

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SNK HEROINES Tag Team Frenzy Introduces Extensive Customization Mode

Posted on April 25, 2018 by Jason Nason

Who will be the belle of the brawl? NIS America has introduced an expansive customization mode for their upcoming fighter SNK HEROINES: Tag Team Frenzy which allows you to modify and stylize your fighter. “We are excited to bring character customization to SNK HEROINES, a franchise first. We can’t wait to see what our fans will do with all the photo editing and costume options,” said SNK HEROINES Tag Team Frenzy Director Kaito Soranaka. Choose from over 100 different accessories from hats, glasses, ears, wings, to even pixelated character tattoos. Choose from 4 different styles of in-game voices. Select different backgrounds and frames from a

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Sonic Mania Plus heads into stores July 17th

Posted on April 25, 2018 by Jason Nason

Today, SEGA announced that Sonic Mania Plus, the definitive version of the critically acclaimed platformer Sonic Mania, will release on July 17, 2018 in North America and European markets. The game, which will also be released digitally for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch, is now available for pre-order from first party stores and at participating retailers. Sonic Mania introduced two new playable characters from past Sonic games, Mighty the Armadillo and Ray the Flying Squirrel and an Encore mode in Sonic Mania Plus that will provide a fresh look to familiar zones with new challenges and layouts for new

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Animated intro and new gameplay video from Blade Strangers

Posted on April 25, 2018 by Jason Nason

Nicalis has released the animated intro from Blade Strangers, the senses-shattering new one-on-one fighting game from Nicalis, coming to Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 and Steam in the summer of 2018. They have also released a brand new gameplay video trailer. Both of these videos can be seen below. Developed in Japan by Studio Saizensen, Blade Strangers is an arcade-style brawler with intuitive controls and stunning character animation. Ten characters have been revealed for the game so far, including Solange, Ali, Master T and Joe the Liongate from Code of Princess EX; Kawase, Noko and Emiko from Umihara Kawase; and Curly

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Meet Adol Christin, the fearless adventurer in Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA

Posted on April 24, 2018 by Jason Nason

Adol Christin, the fearless red-headed adventurer, embarks on a new adventure in Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA. A seasoned traveler, Adol boards the Lombardia passenger liner, only to wash ashore on a cursed isle after a mysterious monster attacks the ship. On this island, he must find fellow castaways, build a village, and look for a way to escape the Isle of Seiren. Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA arrives on the Nintendo Switch on June 26. http://darkainartsgamers.tumblr.com/post/173274416300/more-at-httpgamersdarkainartscom

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Death Road To Canada Postponed Until Further Notice In Light Of Toronto Events

Posted on April 24, 2018 by Jason Nason

Following yesterday’s tragic events in Toronto, Death Road To Canada’s planned release on April 25th for Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch has been postponed. “We feel it would be deeply inappropriate to launch the game at such a time,” said Paul Hann, Managing Director of Ukiyo Publishing. “We would like to express our deepest condolences to everyone affected by the tragic events in Toronto.” Death Road To Canada is a pixelated game which takes the characters on a trip from Florida to Ontario as they try to flee a zombie apocalypse. Facing off against near insurmountable odds, Death

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Valve Welcomes Firewatch Developer Into City-17

Posted on April 24, 2018 by Rae Michelle Richards

*Clears throat and does best G-Man impression*   “Welcome Campo Santo. You have chosen or been chosen to relocate to one of the worlds’ largest digital distribution services. Valve thought so much of your talent they’ll probably relocate your headquarters to Washington state now that they are your benefactors. Whether you’re at Valve to stay or move on to parts unknown, welcome.”   Riffs on Dr.Breen’s Half Life 2 speech aside, yup it is true – Valve has purchased the developers behind last year’s critical success Firewatch. Members of the Valley of the Gods team will move to city 1… err Bellevue

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Battle Chasers: Nightwar comes to Switch May 15th

Posted on April 23, 2018 by Jason Nason

Dungeon crawling, turn-based RPG Battle Chasers: Nightwar comes to the Nintendo Switch on May 15th. Battle Chasers: Nightwar is an RPG inspired by the classic console greats, featuring deep dungeon diving, turn-based combat presented in a classic JRPG format, and a rich story driven by exploration of the world. It features classic turn-based combat with a unique overcharge mana system and incredible Battle Bursts. Players can explore beautiful, randomly-generated dungeons loaded with traps, puzzles, secrets and loot and an overworld peppered with hidden dungeons, rare bosses and randomly appearing friends and foes. Build your adventuring party by choosing three of six available

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Path to Mnemosyne announced for Switch/PS4/Xbox One

Posted on April 23, 2018 by Jason Nason

DevilishGames and the publisher Hidden Trap announced today that have reached an agreement to bring Path to Mnemosyne to game consoles and they announce it with a new teaser. Initially the game was born as an experimental project for PC, but after some positive reception, DevilishGames joined with Hidden Trap to bring Path to Mnemosyne to video game consoles. According to a release, Path to Mnemosyne is a hypnotic adventure created with a infinite zoom in which the player must advance through a path full of imaginative puzzles to recover the lost memories of the protagonist. Path to Mnemosyne‘s mysterious

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Optical illusions land on Nintendo Switch with Perfect Angle

Posted on April 23, 2018 by Jason Nason

Ivanovich Games revealed Perfect Angle today, an original game based on optical illusions puzzles. The game will release in the Nintendo Switch eShop on May 3rd. Challenge your mind with puzzles based on optical illusions. Find the perfect angle by rotating the camera until the chaos is sorted out and you discover a relaxing story full of mystery. The game will come with more than 100 puzzles through scenarios with no apparent structure or logic. Detect the perfect angle at which a seemingly chaotic composition will reveal the figure hidden behind a game of perspective. Test your visual acuity by taking on

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Runbow’s release date for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4 postponed

Posted on April 23, 2018 by Jason Nason

Headup Games and 13AM Games announced today that colorful racing chaotic party game Runbow will be postponed for some weeks in order to further optimize the game’s performance. Runbow delayed in both the PlayStation Store and Nintendo eShop. The same may apply to the retail Runbow Deluxe Edition, due to the digital shift this date will probably shift back a bit as well. The Deluxe Edition will include all DLCs and nice physical goodies. Runbow features an eye-catching color mechanic that has racers brawl amongst each other while objects and platforms appear or disappear based on the continually changing background

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Yakuza 6: The Song of Life | Review

Posted on April 23, 2018 by Broken Joysticks

“You can rescue homeless cats for a cat café. 10/10” …  Written By: Jeb Wrench I have been informed by my editor  that I need to provide more information than just that for this review.  Editors Note: Cats will always be welcome here on Broken Joysticks.  That is a fairly reasonable request, so what’s all this about Yakuza 6 then? Yakuza 6 is, naturally, the seventh numbered edition of Sega’s Yakuza series (if you’re confused as to why this is the seventh entry, there is also a prequel known as Yukaza 0), a series that has managed to successfully straddle

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Yoku’s Island Express dated for May 29th

Posted on April 20, 2018 by Jason Nason

Villa Gorilla has a delightful looking pinball platform adventure, Yoku’s Island Express, which will be launching on Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch and PC on the May 29th. Yoku the dung beetle has arrived on Mokumana Island to take over the role of postmaster and he’s ready for the easy life, soaking up the sun and delivering parcels on a tropical paradise! However, an ancient island deity is trapped in a restless sleep – and it’s all down to Yoku to traverse the island using a unique blend of pinball mechanics, platforming and open world exploration, in an amazing

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Three new DLC fighters detailed for BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle

Posted on April 19, 2018 by Jason Nason

Arc System Works America revealed the next three fighters joining the BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle roster in the Cross Tag Character Pack 3. Cross Tag Character Pack 3 will feature three new additions to the Cross Tag Battle line up: The leader of the Six Heroes, Hakumen (BlazBlue), the Detective Prince, Naoto Shirogane (Persona), and the ancient living weapon, Vatista (Under Night In-Birth). Cross Tag Character Pack 3 will be available individually for $4.99 USD or as part of the Cross Tag Character Collection for $19.99 USD (collecting all 6 Character Packs). BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle will br released for Nintendo

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